February 10, 2026

Scheduled Hearing Dates: 
February 10, 2026 10:00am

Rule-Making Hearing Docket

Please note: The public hearing on February 10, 2026, will be held online for those interested in attending. Meeting details are as follows:

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Rule Title/Subject Contact Person Washington State Register Citations

Chapter 388-97 WAC

The department is proposing amendments to: WAC 388-97-0120 Individual transfer and discharge rights and procedures, 388-97-0140 Transfer and discharge appeals for residents in Medicare or Medicaid certified facilities, 388-97-1915 Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) requirements prior to admission of new residents, and 388-97-1975 PASRR requirements after admission of a resident.  And adding WAC 388-97-01201, 388-97-01401, 388-97-19151, 388-97-19751 to identify requirements in place during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tiffany Meyers (360) 464-0373

Preproposal notices filed as WSR 21-11-062 & 22-08-060
Proposed rule filed as WSR 26-02-033
Hearing Date: February 10, 2026

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Rules Coordinator

Rules and Policies Assistance Unit
PO Box 45850
Olympia, WA  98504-5850
Phone: (360) 664-6097
Fax: (360) 664-6185
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